Manufacturing Buyer Internship – San Antonio
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Manufacturing Buyer Intern to join our
procurement team in San Antonio. This internship provides hand son experience in supply
chain operations, supplier engagement, purchasing processes, and cross functional
collaboration within a fast paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will
support daily purchasing activities, contribute to sourcing decisions, and help ensure on time
supply of materials to support production.
Key Responsibilities
1. Purchasing & Procurement Support
ï· Assist with issuing purchase orders (POs) for production materials, components, and
services.
ï· Monitor order status, delivery schedules, and follow up with suppliers to ensure
ontime deliveries.
ï· Update procurement systems and maintain accurate purchasing records.
2. Supplier Engagement & Communication
ï· Support communication with suppliers regarding lead times, pricing, quotes, and
order updates.
ï· Participate in supplier meetings (in person or virtual) to track open actions and gather
status updates.
ï· Help evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
3. Sourcing & RFQ Activities
ï· Assist in preparing and sending Requests for Quotation (RFQs) for assigned
categories.
ï· Gather cost breakdowns, compare supplier proposals, and summarize findings for
review.
ï· Support identification of potential new suppliers through research and outreach.
4. Data Analysis & Reporting
ï· Analyze material spend, usage trends, and inventory levels.
ï· Prepare weekly reports summarizing purchasing performance and open issues.
ï· Update dashboards or Excel trackers related to supplier metrics, cost savings, and
procurement KPIs.
5. CrossFunctional Collaboration
ï· Work closely with engineering, production, logistics, and quality teams to resolve
component shortages and supplier issues.
ï· Support problem solving efforts for material delays, quality concerns, or process gaps.
Learning & Development Opportunities
ï· Exposure to end to end manufacturing supply chain operations.
ï· Handson experience with procurement systems and ERP tools.
ï· Development of negotiation fundamentals and supplier management skills.
ï· Mentorship from experienced buyers and supply chain leaders.
ï· Networking opportunities across operations, engineering, and leadership teams.
Qualifications
ï· Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial
Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
ï· Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
ï· Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data.
ï· Clear written and verbal communication skills.
ï· Ability to work in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.
ï· Interest in purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing operations.
Location & Work Style
ï· Based on site near to our San Antonio manufacturing facility.